Nichitpur - Dumri, Giridih
Nichitpur is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Shankardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nichitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nichitpur is 352735. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.62 hectares and falls under the 825167 pincode.
Nichitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Nichitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nichitpur village had a total population of 287 people, including 138 males and 149 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.31%, with male literacy at 71.31% and female literacy at 44.27%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 138 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 87 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 51 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Nichitpur
Nichitpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nichitpur
Nichitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Nichitpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Nichitpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nichitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nichitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nichitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nichitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nichitpur
Where is Nichitpur located?
Nichitpur village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nichitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nichitpur is Shankardih.
What is the pincode of Nichitpur?
The pincode of Nichitpur is 825167.
What is the population of Nichitpur?
Nichitpur had a total population of 287, including 138 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Nichitpur?
Nichitpur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nichitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nichitpur was 57.31%. Male literacy was 71.31% and female literacy was 44.27%.